In Our Care

Danita Fay Houle, age 58, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 17, 2018.  Danita loved the outdoors and life, from learning to fish with her dad and siblings to being a part of the Majorettes.  Her home in Forest Lake meant so much to her and being at the 4th of July celebration, was a must.  Some of her fondest memories from her childhood, were spending Sunday afternoons at her grandparent’s house, with the cousins.  Her seven grandkids brought her so...

Jean Louise Anderson, age 85, peacefully succumbed to her illness on October 15th, 2018 at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN after bravely fighting for many months. Preceded in death by her husband Marvin, daughter Lori Brodtmann, brothers Jim and Ray Rooney, and sisters Donna King and Carol Majerus. Survived by her sisters Eunice Kolstad and Barbara Rooney, her children Steven (Tami) and Sharon (Nick) Novak, son-in-law Dennis Brodtmann, her ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and a...

Mary Colonna Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother Age 76, of Hugo, passed away on Friday, October 12, 2018.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Leola Winkel; brothers, Bruce Winkel, David Winkel; grandson, Hunter Redden; granddaughter, Charlyann Colonna; niece, Jennifer Winkel; and nephew, Brian Shaughnessy.  She is survived by loving husband, Emanuel (Manny); son, Todd (Kelly); daughters, Tracie (Chris) Charpentier, Toni (Bob) Fedorchak, Tammi...

Arla LaVonne Holstad was born on her parent’s farm home in Tenhassen Township, Martin County, rural southern Minnesota on April 27, 1929, the daughter of Harold Richard Belville and Olga Elinor (Lindell) Belville. LaVonne grew up in southern Minnesota and in the Lake Millls area attending rural school. She graduated in 1946 from Lake Mills High School. LaVonne was the 5th of 12 children. LaVonne's greatest ambition was to be a farmer’s wife.  On August 17, 1947,...

Robert K. Mickelson, age 69 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 2, 2018.  Bob worked as a State Trooper with the Minnesota State Patrol from 1971-2000.  He especially enjoyed his work as an accident reconstruction specialist with the State Patrol.  Bob loved his family and truly enjoyed time spent with his grandkids.  He could often be found in the woods; hunting, four-wheeling, building deer stands, camping and fishing.  He also enjoyed learning about...

Ramona Mae Hall died peacefully in Forest Lake, MN on September 29, 2018 at the age of 90. Ramona is survived by her son, Norman Hall; daughter and son-in-law, Kathryn and Wiley Flack; son and daughter-in-law, Curt and Karen Hall; brother and sister-in-law, Bob and Sue Gronos; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her sister Pat Engel; and daughter-in-law Veronica (Chasney) Hall. Ramona was born...

Dorothy Ruby (Sandgren) Peterson, loving mother, and grandmother, age 85, of Mounds View, MN formerly of Scandia, peacefully slipped into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, September 29, 2018. Dorothy was a testament to both her Christian faith and Swedish heritage.  An employee of City of Mounds View for 30 years.  She is preceded in death by parents, J. Reuben and Adelia Miller; husband, Earl Sandgren; son, David Sandgren; second husband, Franklin Peterson; and sister, Jean...

Melody Dahl,  age 59, of Amery, Wisconsin, formerly of Woodville, Wisconsin. Passed away Monday, September 24, 2018 with her loving family by her side.  She was a retired employee of the Minneapolis Main United States Postal Service.  She is preceded in death by her father, Donald; brother, Louis.  She is survived by her mother, Irma; sisters, Catherine (Chris) Moran, Jennifer Dahl, sister-in-law, Diane Dahl; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. A Celebration of...

Barbara A. Jensen, age 55, of Columbus, Minnesota, died Thursday, September 20, 2018 following a courageous battle with cancer.  Barb worked in court administration at the Chisago County Courthouse for twenty years.  She is preceded in death by her mother and father-in-laws, Twylah and Harry Jensen.  She is survived by her devoted husband, Steve; son, Nick; parents, Barbara and Jim Irons; siblings, Kevin Venable, Kelly (Troy) Allard; special friends, Wayne and Jennifer...

Phyllis E. Kolhoff, age 93, long time Martin Lake resident, died while surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 19, 2018.  Phyllis was a lifelong loyal MN Twins fan whether they won or lost. In her younger years she enjoyed hand painting ceramic loons similar to those she watched on the lake. Some of her most recent hours were spent watching and listening to the birds outside her window. She is preceded in death by her husband, Arthur; son, Dean Erickson; son-in-law, Ronald...